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The State Universities Retirement System (SURS) Board of Trustees has selected Martin Noven as the new executive director of the $18 billion state pension fund. Noven’s appointment becomes effective November 2, 2016.

The state of Illinois offers annuitants and survivors a healthcare program called Total Retiree Advantage Illinois (TRAIL). This program provides eligible members and their covered dependents comprehensive medical and prescription drug coverage through Medicare Advantage plans (commonly referred to as "MAPD" plans). The State of Illinois Group Insurance Program also includes vision coverage and optional dental and life insurance coverage.

The State Universities Retirement System of Illinois (SURS) is seeking a qualified provider of Cloud-based Contact Center Infrastructure Services to replace existing contact center technology. The goal is to improve contact center performance as well as customer satisfaction. Scheduled implementation is planned for early 2017.

The State Universities Retirement System of Illinois (SURS) requests proposals from an individual/firm to provide a Governance Risk Compliance Assessment (GRC) for the purpose of assessing strategic and operational risks in all areas of operations at SURS. SURS is requesting the development of a GRC framework that will coordinate with its Internal Audit Program and Compliance Programs.

SURS July 2016 benefit payment notifications (check stubs) will be mailed at the end of June. It will be the final time most members will receive a paper check stub. Beginning in July, all members who have a valid email address on file with SURS and who receive payment through direct deposit will receive an electronic notification when a payment has been issued. The notice will direct members to log in to their secure Member Website to view their payment details.

The State Universities Retirement System (hereinafter SURS) announces this invitation to bid (ITB) to solicit bids from responsible vendors. The scope of work entails the Installation of Direct Digital Controls, subject to continuing need and availability of funds. The work entails the replacement of existing pneumatic controls for air handling units, VAV boxes, finned tube radiation, and unit heaters as required for a complete and functional system.